Films & Books Find More Films, Books, and Other Resources at umhltf.org “This is the Kairos...” Resources for Israel-Palestine Education and Advocacy Fast Times in Palestine, Pam Olson Thought-provoking documentary covers a wide Harrowing, funny, vivid, moving and inspiring range of topics – history from 1880s to now, personal story that opens a rare window onto obstacles to peace, role of the US, settlements, Palestinian life under Israeli occupation. Easy the Separation Wall, Gaza, and more. 90 mins. and engaging to read, a fascinating memoir. Find Watch online or purchase at: occupation101.tv at: pamolson.org or Amazon.

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